Case Study: Kayla

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Kayla is the Finance Administrator for Pennyrile District Health Department in Western Kentucky, where she has worked since 2009. She received her Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Murray State University in August 2006, and currently pursuing her Master’s in Business Administration. She is an active member of KPHA, as well as currently serving on the KPHA board and part of the KPHA scholarship committee. She has served as a volunteer for the KPHA annual golf scramble for several years.

Kayla believes that partnerships, accreditation, and quality improvement are key components to improve the future of health departments. These vital components will serve as tools to continue the improvements of all health departments, help

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